OXFORD
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP

Upcoming Events

Street Photography

Street Photography

Sunday 04 May
Headington, London Road - 10am - 2 Hours
Ali Moghnieh
In this workshop we will start explaining main concepts of street photography in Bury Knowle Park and then we will do some practice in London road, Headington, Oxford. We will talk about the importance of story telling in street photography and about the ethical aspect of it, we will emphasize on creativity and storytelling rather than technical use of the camera.
- Storytelling in street photography.
- Ethical considerations.
- Difference between candid and posed street photography.
- Overcoming fear and approaching subjects confidently.
- Camera, lenses and camera settings (reviewing the basics).
- Street photography subject: people, urban, architecture, motion..).
- Q&A and Practice.
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£26      
Photo Editing using Adobe Lightroom Classic

Photo Editing using Adobe Lightroom Classic

Sunday 11 May
Windmill Rd, Oxford OX3 7BU - 10am - 2 Hours
Ali Moghnieh
Adobe lightroom is an amazing software for photographers, it helps organize, edit, batch edit and export photographs easily. We will learn the essential editing techniques and workflow.
-Understanding the Lightroom interface
- Importing photos
- Selecting and filtering options
- Basic Adjustments (exposure, colors, cropping...)
- HSL for color gradings
- Use of LUTs
- Special features (noise reduction, lens blur, lens corrections)
- Use of brush and filters
- Best export settings.
- Q&A and practice.
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£26      
Basics of Videography

Basics of Videography

Sunday 25 May
S Parks Rd, Oxford OX1 3RF - 10am - 3 Hours
Ali Moghnieh
We will learn in this workshop the basics of videography, we will learn:
- Importance of understanding photography.
- Essential parameters: frame rate, resolution, bit rate.
- Progressive vs interlaced video.
- Shutter speed, the 180-degree rule, and the use of ND filters.
- A roll and B roll videos.
- Introduction to camera movement.
- Introduction to audio.
- Use of natural light.
- Special shots: talking head and interviews.
- Q&A and practice.
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£67      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Sunday 01 June
Oxford OX3 0HS - 10am - 3 Hours
Ali Moghnieh
In this workshop we will talk about photography basics and how understanding it can help us take better photos. We will learn through practice how to use our camera in manual mode, the workshop outline is as follows:
- Camera parts
- Difference between DSLR and mirrorless cameras
- Exposure triangle (shutter speed, iso, aperture)
- White balance
- Lenses (Prime and zoom lenses)
- Picture formats (RAW & JEPG)
- Composition (rule of thirds, leading lines)
- Practice.
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£67      

Nearby Photography Groups

Street Photography

Street Photography

Saturday 10 May
Forbury - 9am - 2 Hours
Berkshire Photography Group
Muhammad Zubair Taqi
eople, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail.

We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
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£26      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 10 May
The Docks, Gloucester GL1 2EH - 10am - 3 Hours
Gloucester Photography Group
Mik Long
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
£72      
Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Saturday 10 May
The Avenue - 11am - 2 Hours
Swindon Photography Group
Ricci Hibbertgreaves
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
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£26      

A Photographic Discovery of the Village of Newnham

A Photographic Discovery of the Village of Newnham

Saturday 17 May
Newnham - 10am - 2 Hours
Gloucester Photography Group
Steve Gaskin
Step into the quiet charm of Newnham through this visual exploration capturing the village's character, history, and everyday beauty. Newnham on Severn is a vibrant, historic village on the banks of the River Severn next to The Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. It is the first point where the famous Severn Bore can be easily seen as it starts its journey up the River Severn towards Gloucester.
The core of the village is designated as a Conservation Area. It is well known as an attractive village with much open space and wide ranging views of the River Severn. From winding lanes and heritage cottages to serene countryside views, this photographic journey offers a fresh perspective on one of England's hidden gems. Whether you're a photography enthusiast or a lover of local stories, this collection invites you to see Newnham in a whole new light.
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£28      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 31 May
Swindon City Centre - 11am - 3 Hours
Swindon Photography Group
Ricci Hibbertgreaves
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
£67      
Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 21 June
The Forbury - 9am - 3 Hours
Berkshire Photography Group
Muhammad Zubair Taqi
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
£67      

Outdoor Portraits

Outdoor Portraits

Saturday 21 June
Lydiard Tregoze - 11am - 2 Hours
Swindon Photography Group
Ricci Hibbertgreaves
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.

You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.

This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
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£26      
Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Landscape & Wildlife Photography

Saturday 12 July
The Forbury - 9am - 2 Hours
Berkshire Photography Group
Muhammad Zubair Taqi
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
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£28      
Birds and Nature

Birds and Nature

Saturday 12 July
Marlborough Rd - 11am - 2 Hours
Swindon Photography Group
Ricci Hibbertgreaves
Are you a bird watcher or a nature lover and have also been wondering how to get sharp photos consistently. This session plans to take the guess work out of it and get you on your way to capture the wildlife you love. Some of the topics covered will be, optimal settings, light direction, bird habits, equipment and operation. Come along and lets take some photos that show the natural beauty of birds.
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£28      

Beginner's Photography Class

Beginner's Photography Class

Saturday 02 August
The Forbury - 9am - 3 Hours
Berkshire Photography Group
Muhammad Zubair Taqi
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!

Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.

We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
book now
£72      
Macro Photography Meetup

Macro Photography Meetup

Saturday 23 August
Forbury - 9am - 2 Hours
Berkshire Photography Group
Muhammad Zubair Taqi
Macro photography is a unique form of photography that involves photographing small objects to make them look life-sized or more significant in the photo. The usual subjects include flowers and small insects, which we don't normally get to see up close with the naked eye.

The class will start when the insects are more active. So be ready to explore and capture breathe-taking macro images.
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£28      
ABOUT OXFORD
PHOTOGRAPHY
GROUP
Come along to our photo sessions to dust off your camera and get snap-happy with a professional photography instructor.

Brush up on your camera skills and learn new photography techniques whilst on a photo walk class with other local keen photographers!

We run two hour photography sessions based on a photography theme/technique/style and they take place in various locations in Oxford .

  • New to photography? We also run a popular 3 hour Beginners Guide to Photography Class once a month. And once in a while we will run special niche 3 hour classes, for example, Astrophotography - so do subscribe to our newsletter to know when the next on is!

  • Who can attend? Open to all skill levels, from beginners to keen amateurs. The photography instructor is there to help you with camera settings and provide any advice you need.

  • What to bring? We recommend bringing a camera that has full manual mode or semi-manual modes (Aperture or Shutter Priority). Compact cameras and smartphones also welcome!

    The meeting point and full details for the day are sent in the booking confirmation email to the email address you provide at time of booking.

    Join the Oxford Photography Group on Facebook to share your photos after the session.

    Got a question? Try our FAQ.
  • REVIEWS
    Ali was an excellent teacher. I struggle with the technical side of using dslrs, but Ali made everything so much easier to understand with his clear explanations and hands on teaching style. We covered a lot of information and also had chance to practicewhat we learned. I came away feeling much more confident about using my dslr in manual mode now.
    5/5
    Justine
    2025-02-25
    Very good
    5/5
    Bill
    2025-02-24
    PHOTOGRAPHERS
    Ali Moghnieh
    I am Ali, I've been using cameras since 2018 and I like everything related to cameras. I worked in the industry as a freelancer taking videos and photos for different types of clients. As a hobby, I like to take meaningful portraits of people as well as panoramas and other tricky shots.

    I own a mirrorless camera, and used to be a drone operator as well!

    Ali Moghnieh is available for private bookings

    Available most Saturdays and Sundays, and Mondays and Thursdays after 2pm.

    Private tutoring for:
    - Sports and business events.
    - Product photography.

    PHOTOS
    Oxford Photography Group
    2025-04-26
    Title or Location: Wheatley Oxford
    The beauty of nature in spring inspires us to discover new and beautiful places. One such hidden gem is a small pond in a park near Wheatley, looking especially magical at sunset.
    Credit: Michael High-Duck
    Instagram: @michael_picture_

    Oxford Photography Group
    2024-09-25
    Title or Location: Benalmadena
    This picture was taken on the Benalmadena Cable Car near Malaga Spain. It was last day of the holiday and we chose this location because it was close attraction to the place where we stayed. Soon we realised that it was one of the most beautiful places we visited during this holiday. But the best it was yet to come. When it got dark the view that revealed itself was just astonishing. It was really magical and the picture presents the glimpse of the landscape that could be seen from the top o
    Credit: Bartosz
    Facebook: Bart Oxford Phitography
    Oxford Photography Group
    2024-09-11
    Title or Location: Henley-On-Thames
    Swans have been seen as a symbol of wisdom, balance, grace, inner beauty, innocence, self-esteem, and more
    Credit: Justin Robinson
    Instagram: Precisiongram86

    Oxford Photography Group
    2024-08-19
    Title or Location: Oxford
    Exploring mental health as part of my Photography diploma. Did a series of shots with long exposure looking at different emotions and expressions from stress to laughter.
    Credit: Leo Hounslow
    Instagram: Photographer_leo

    Oxford Photography Group
    2024-07-24
    Title or Location: Sniezka Mountain ,Karpacz
    This picture is a panorama of 6 vertical photographs taken hand-held. Sniezka Mountain is famous for its very hard conditions, especially at the top which are caused by specific microclimate. I was just coming back from a trip to the top of the mountain. At 1603 meters, the wind blew at 120km/h which made climbing the mountain ( where because of the clouds, visibility was reduced to around 30 meters ) a very unique experience. I have taken a few photos at the top but it didn't show a lot. On
    Credit: Bart
    Facebook: Bart Photography Oxford
    Instagram: Bart Photography Oxford
    Oxford Photography Group
    2024-02-12
    Title or Location: Brize Norton airbase
    The beautiful lancaster the last flying British Lancaster waiting to taxi out of brize Norton
    Credit: Marie barnett

    Newark Photography Group
    2025-04-28
    Title or Location: Meadowlands
    A photo of a Tree Swallow taken during a walk through the meadowlands. These birds are extremely quick and erratic often difficult to photograph. Luckily this one decided to take a little posing break and allowed me a nice shot. Taken with my Canon R5 with a Sigma 150-600 mm lens.
    Credit: Stephen Bush
    Instagram: @stephenbush219

    Leicester Photography Group
    2025-04-28
    Title or Location: Leicester, England.
    Once a month, or so, I would go into my home town of Leicester early on a Sunday morning to take some photos before there were too many people around. This particular morning there was light rain and the sun was trying to break through. The scene was great but the sky was uninspiring so a better sky was added and then processed in DXO's NIK Silver Efex.The camera was my trusty Ricoh GRIII which has a great lens and small enough to put in your pocket.
    Credit: Derek Brooks
    Murrieta Photography Group
    2025-04-25
    Title or Location: That Smile
    ?That Smile? is a portrait of Diane, a Mortgage Loan Originator, taken at the Neighbors Monthly Business Mixer held at the Corporate Room in Wildomar on January 18, 2024. The event was organized for businesses and individuals to network. This portrait is part of an ongoing black-and-white series.4.
    Credit: Keith D. Jared
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keith.jared1
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kdjared_photography/

    Perth Photography Group
    2025-04-23
    Title or Location: Esperance WA
    I was walking around the rocks at sunset, enjoying the clouds, and thinking I had better get to shelter as that rain burst was heading my way. The sun suddenly highlighted the underside of the rain cloud, and I managed a few shots.I also got rained on very soon afterwards!Canon R6M2 with kit lens 24-105mm.ISO 2000, 24mm, f9.0, 1/1000s. Post in LRC.
    Credit: Leanne Irwin
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leanne.irwin.121
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lmi63/

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